Product classification
HS code for Synthetic knit petticoat: 6108.11
Slips and petticoats, women's or girls', of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted.
Classification of synthetic knit petticoat under HS 6108.11
A synthetic knit petticoat or slip is classified under HS code 6108.11. Chapter 61 covers knitted or crocheted apparel, and heading 6108 is specifically reserved for women's or girls' undergarments, including slips, petticoats, briefs, and nightdresses. The subheading 6108.11 is designated for slips and petticoats made of man-made fibers, which include both synthetic fibers (like polyester or nylon) and artificial fibers (like rayon). Petticoats and slips are considered undergarments designed to be worn beneath dresses or skirts to provide shape, prevent transparency, or ensure the outer garment hangs correctly. The classification is determined by the knitting construction and the material composition. If the garment is woven rather than knitted, it would move to Chapter 62. Furthermore, if the garment is intended to be worn as an outer dress rather than an undergarment, it would be reclassified under 6104. The distinction relies heavily on the design, fabric weight, and commercial intent of the product, as undergarments are typically lighter and lack the structural features of outerwear.
- Covers
- Nylon knit slips
- Polyester knitted petticoats
- Synthetic fiber underskirts (knitted)
- Full slips of synthetic knit fabric
- Half-slips of synthetic knit fabric
- Also under 6108.11
- Vanity Fair Nylon Full Slip
- Maidenform Half Slip
- Commando Classic Slip
- Wacoal Basic Beauty Slip
Codes often confused with 6108.11
Common mistake. Synthetic knit petticoats are often confused with 6208.11, which covers woven slips and petticoats. They may also be misclassified under 6108.22 if they are mistaken for briefs or panties. If the item is made of cotton, it belongs in 6108.19. Another error is classifying them as dresses under 6104.43; the primary difference is that 6108 items are specifically designed as intimate apparel or foundation garments.
Top exporters and importers of HS 610811 (the code used for synthetic knit petticoat), 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS 610811 (the code used for synthetic knit petticoat) in UN Comtrade data was China, with 18% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 19% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Figures cover everything classified under HS 610811, not only synthetic knit petticoat.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 China $15M 18% of world exports
- 2 Thailand $11M 12% of world exports
- 3 Bangladesh* ~$7.4M 8.5% of world exports · partner records ↗
World total: $87M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $16M 19% of world imports
- 2 Japan $10.0M 12% of world imports
- 3 Germany $5.1M 6.1% of world imports
World total: $84M Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries marked * did not, so their figures add up what other countries recorded trading with them, and their exports are valued at buyers' CIF prices. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM code for synthetic knit petticoat
Brazil classifies synthetic knit petticoat under NCM 6108.11.00: HS 6108.11 with 00 added.
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text on each NCM page is the official one.
Questions about synthetic knit petticoat
What is the HS code for Synthetic knit petticoat?
The HS code for Synthetic knit petticoat is 610811 (Slips and petticoats; women's or girls', of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted). The HS code for women's or girls' slips and petticoats of man-made fibers, knitted or crocheted, is 6108.11.
How do I classify Synthetic knit petticoat for customs?
Synthetic knit petticoat is classified under HS code 610811 — Slips and petticoats; women's or girls', of man-made fibres, knitted or crocheted. This is a 6-digit subheading level code.
Does this code include nylon slips?
Yes, nylon is a synthetic (man-made) fiber, and if the slip is knitted, it falls under 6108.11.
Which countries are the top exporters of synthetic knit petticoat (HS 610811)?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS 610811 (the code used for synthetic knit petticoat) in UN Comtrade data were China ($15M, 18% of world exports), Thailand ($11M) and Bangladesh (about $7.4M). World exports came to about $87M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of synthetic knit petticoat (HS 610811)?
In 2025, the top importers of HS 610811 (the code used for synthetic knit petticoat) in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($16M, 19% of world imports), Japan ($10.0M) and Germany ($5.1M). World imports came to about $84M, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Is the HS code for Synthetic knit petticoat the same in all countries?
The base HS code 610811 for Synthetic knit petticoat is internationally standardized for the first 6 digits across 200+ countries. Individual countries may add additional digits for national tariff lines and specific classifications.
What is the NCM code for synthetic knit petticoat in Brazil?
In Brazil, synthetic knit petticoat (HS 610811) is classified under NCM 6108.11.00.